Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition/Bachelor of Business

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

208 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Load

Full-time or Part-time

Intakes

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Course Overview

About This Course

Design your own career in the food industry Match business skills with your passion for food and nutrition, and maximise your employability once you graduate.

With society facing new challenges in food production, and the demand for sustainable and healthy choices growing, there’s never been a better time to enter the food and nutrition industry. This combined degree allows you to pair in-depth scientific knowledge with business expertise across marketing, tourism, industrial relations and more. You will gain extensive practical experience from our well-equipped laboratories and industry partners. Our bachelor program covers a wide range of topics, which prepare you for leading roles as a food and nutrition professional and give you a competitive edge in the job market. For additional information about this degree you can refer to the pages for the corresponding single degrees: Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition, and Bachelor of Business (pre 2025) Real-world experience - Bachelor of Business student Will at Fresh Marketing 1:00 As part of his degree, Bachelor of Business graduate Will interned with Newcastle-based boutique marketing agency Fresh Marketing. He gained hands-on campaign experience and made valuable industry contacts – giving him a leg up in a competitive industry. This combined degree integrates opportunities for you to gain national and international work experience and professional mentoring, building practical skills and work-ready graduates. Students train in the food innovation centre, which includes commercial-grade kitchens and food analysis and sensory laboratories. The Bachelor of Business (HRM major) is accredited by the Australian Human Resource Management Institute (AHRI) https://www.ahri.com.au/

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place — student contribution applies

Duration

208 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
Domestic Applicants
International Applicants

Domestic students

Minimum selection rank: 67.00 (Central Coast).
UAC code: 482910 — Central Coast.
Recommended studies: HSC Chemistry or equivalent, and HSC Biology or equivalent, and HSC Mathematics (Standard) or equivalent.

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 6; no sub-test below 6.
CRICOS course code: 095144J.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The food industry is rapidly growing as society becomes savvier and the thirst for transparency and nutritional information grows.

• food scientist, technologist or chemist
• food product development officer
• food biotechnologist
• flavourist
• nutrition educator or researcher
• community health promotions officer

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Dietitians Australia (DA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Dietitians Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units37 units

FSHN3010

Food Processing and Quality Management

BUSN3002

Industry Placement

ACCT1001

Fundamentals of Accounting

MAJ0226

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

FSHN1030

Introduction to the Nutritional, Physical and Psychological Aspects of Wellness

FSHN3060

Nutrition for the life cycle

BUSN3500

International Work Placement in Business

BUSN1010

Analytics in Business

MAJ0223

Marketing

HUBS1401

Human Bioscience

FSHN3100

Research Methods

FSHN3500

Professional Practice

CHEM1010

Introductory Chemistry I

MAJ0221

Leadership and Management

HUBS1403

Biomedical Science Part 1

CHEM1020

Introductory Chemistry II

MAJ0222

Human Resource Management

HUBS1404

Biomedical Science Part 2

FINN1001

Fundamentals of Finance

MAJ0224

International Business

FSHN1010

Introduction to Food Science and Technology

MAJ0225

International Relations

FSHN1020

Introduction to Nutrition Science and Applications

MKTG1001

Foundations of Marketing

MNGT1001

Introduction to Management and Sustainability

INOV1001

Design Thinking: Creativity in Action

STAT1070

Statistics for the Sciences

BIOL2011

Fundamentals of Biology and Biochemistry

FSHN2010

Essential Nutrients

FSHN2040

Animal Food Products

FSHN2050

Plant Food Products

FSHN2060

Food Marketing and Consumer Behaviour

FSHN2100

Microbiology, Food Safety and Immunology

FSHN3020

Nutrition in Health and Disease

FSHN3030

Future Food: Technologies, Issues and Trends

FSHN3210

Food Product Development

FSHN3230

Food Analysis

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition/Bachelor of Business take to complete?

The course has a duration of 208 weeks, as listed in the CRICOS registry for this dual qualification at The University of Newcastle.

What is the estimated total cost of this course for international students?

The estimated total course cost is AU$202,999, comprising AU$201,391 in tuition fees and AU$1,608 in non-tuition fees.

Does this course include a work component?

Yes, this course includes a work component of 140 hours in total, consisting of 14 hours per week over 10 weeks.

What fields of education does this dual qualification cover?

This dual qualification covers two fields of education: the first qualification falls under Food Science and Biotechnology (within Natural and Physical Sciences), and the second qualification falls under Business and Management (within Management and Commerce).

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

This course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights because one of its fields of education — Business and Management — falls under the 08 Management and Commerce broad field, which is excluded from the extended Post-Study Work Rights eligibility criteria.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$58,000 – $68,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$68,000 – $85,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$85,000 – $100,000/yr

Career Paths

Clinical Dietitian
Community Nutritionist
Public Health Nutritionist
Sports Dietitian / Sports Nutritionist
Research Nutritionist / Research Dietitian

Key Skills

Evidence-based nutritional assessment and dietary analysis
Clinical nutrition counselling and behaviour change communication
Macro and micronutrient biochemistry and metabolism
Nutritional epidemiology and population health research
Medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management

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